Parents and their children from birth to school age are invited to join the Cedar Rapids Hike It Baby chapter for a family-friendly hike at the Nature Center! Hike It Baby is a national non-profit organization that offers new parents an opportunity to connect and get into nature with their young children. Dress appropriately for […]
Step inside Indian Creek Nature Center to view and touch some of our resident animals! A staff member will be present to show visitors the animals up close and help answer your questions. Come and go at your leisure as there will not be a formal program. Fee: $2/person, registration is optional. Register
Campers must have completed the grade listed All sessions are drop off only Dinner and breakfast are included at the overnight campout Dates and Times: July 22 and 23 from 8:30am - 3:30pm Overnight campout July 24 from 8:30am to pick up July 25 at 8:30am WAITLIST ONLY Camp Description: Become a paleontologist for the […]
Campers must have completed the grade listed All sessions are drop off only Dinner and breakfast are included at the overnight campout Dates and Times: July 22 and 23 from 8:30am - 3:30pm Overnight campout July 24 from 8:30am to pick up July 25 at 8:30am WAITLIST ONLY Camp Description: Become a paleontologist for the […]
Campers must have completed the grade listed All sessions are drop off only Dinner and breakfast are included at the overnight campout Dates and Times: July 22 and 23 from 8:30am - 3:30pm Overnight campout July 24 from 8:30am to pick up July 25 at 8:30am WAITLIST ONLY Camp Description: Become a paleontologist for the […]
Join professional nature and wildlife photographer Donald Quintana for an engaging session on what it takes to become a successful nature and wildlife photographer. Learn when and where to find compelling wildlife moments, how to approach your subjects ethically, and what gear can help you get the shot. Donald will share behind-the-scenes insights into where […]
Let’s paint beautiful seasonal flowers, YOU CHOOSE the colors! This is a beginner level painting class and participants do not need any previous watercolor experience. A template is provided so you can enjoy and focus on the watercolor paint! Bring a positive attitude ready to learn a new skill. Supplies included in class fee: watercolor […]
See Indian Creek property in a whole new way! Have a seat in our quiet, electric golf cart as we tour prairies east of the nature center in style. Other routes/stops on this one-hour journey will include a stop at the blue bridge, peek inside the lower level of the old barn and drive through […]
During this program your whole family will participate in a hands-on activity under the guidance of a summer naturalist, like pond dipping, sweep netting for insects, a fossil dig, or a nature hike. Come dressed for the weather, as you’ll have fun outdoors no matter the conditions! This is a family-friendly program for all ages. […]
Let’s paint beautiful seasonal flowers, YOU CHOOSE the colors! This is a beginner level painting class and participants do not need any previous watercolor experience. A template is provided so you can enjoy and focus on the watercolor paint! Bring a positive attitude ready to learn a new skill. Supplies included in class fee: watercolor […]